One thing I try to steer clear of in the grocery is convenience foods. I know they are loaded with preservatives and artificial garbage. Honestly though, sometimes I wouldn't mind their 'convenience'. Life at times can be hectic and there are days that I don't have an hour … [Read more...] about Making Our Own Convenience Foods
A gift for my Sister
My Sister had a birthday a few days ago. I made her a wreath just like the one I made for our front door, remember?I wanted to give her something else too, and since I am in total love with hoop art right now, I decided to make one up for her.Felt roses, muslin, 1930's fabric … [Read more...] about A gift for my Sister
Hallelujah!
Here it is Good Friday!Our weekend plans have been a little bit changed with finding out that Abram has Hand, Foot and Mouth disease and so we are going to be spending Easter weekend at home instead of with our extended family like normal.The kids are slightly bummed because they … [Read more...] about Hallelujah!
Learning to wait
Every year we garden, our children help out some. We want them to learn to work, wait and then be rewarded.I am constantly reminded of our "I want it NOW" generation. We can have almost ANYTHING as soon as we want it. Even if we don't have the money for it... just whip out the … [Read more...] about Learning to wait
The Homestead through Carlie’s Eyes
Carlie loves to use my camera and take pictures...Here is some of the sights she captured throughout the weekend.I think the cows look like they are playing peek-a-booGreen, green grass!HuldaEli and DixieI love spying what she spies.Such beauty all around!My Cup Runneth … [Read more...] about The Homestead through Carlie’s Eyes
